N.R. Davis & Sons Double Barrel Shotgun: Identification, Value & History

QuestionI was recently given this gun from a friend and would like to know more about the year it was made, the gauage and value?  The only numbers I

Handgun Disablement: Myth vs. Reality - Understanding Firearm Safety

QuestionIn movies, i see someone disable a handgun by removing the top part of the barrel.  How do they do that? AnswerThomas, They do that because

Finding a .22 Magnum Auto Pistol: Options & Information

QuestionMy wife has asked me to find her a 22 Mag. auto pistol like her Ruger Mark II. Does anyone manufacture such a gun, I am having no luck finding out

Walther PPK/PPKS Stainless Steel Value & History - Interarms Models

QuestionA neighbor is selling his Walther (380) PPKS Stainless Steel pistol. Could you give a fair market value for me. I love the gun, made by Interarms.

Using .44 Colt in a Rifle: Safety and Compatibility

QuestionI am into cowboy action shooting. I shoot 44 Colt cartridges in my handguns and would like to be able to shoot them in my rifle. I have a 44-40 rif

Identify Antique Pistol: 9mm with Bearded Emblem

Question I recently found a pistol that appears to be a 9mm of some sort. It is extreamly rusty but has an emblem on the grip. The emblem is a bearded man

Identifying & Valuing a Stevens Single-Shot Pistol (6-inch, No Trigger Guard)

Questionits a small single shot pistol about 6 inchs long over all no trigger guard. barrell length 3.7/16th inches. it has the number 17544 on the side of

Smith & Wesson Model 1000 Shotgun Jam: Troubleshooting & Disassembly Guidance

QuestionMy Smith & Wesson Model 1000 gas operated 12 GA. auto-loading shotgun is jammed, I need instructions on how to disassemble it and set gas jets to e

Valuing WWII German Walther Handguns (.22 & .32 Caliber)

Questioncould you please advise as to the value of German made Walther from WWII, the first is a 22 caliber and the second is a 32 caliber.  One has n

Jeminez 380 Safety Concerns: California Recall & Warranty Inquiry

QuestionHi, I was recently thinking about purchasing a jeminez 380, i have been reading and found out that california has recalled the jeminez ja-9 because

J.C. Higgins Model 583 Shotgun: History, Value & Recall Information

QuestionI have the chance to purchase a J.C. Higgins model 583.23 bolt action multy-choke 12gauge shotgun, for $120.00. I would appreciate any help in find

Airsoft Guns for Kids: Safety, Environment, and Parental Concerns

QuestionMy son really wants an airsoft gun.  All his friends have them, and he is becoming more in love with the game every day.  I am afraid tho

Conceal Carry Gun Guide: Revolver vs. Semi-Automatic - Pros & Cons

QuestionIn your opinion, what is a good, reliable conceal carry gun to have? Should I get a revolver, or a semi-automatic? I hear the Bersa Thunder .380 is

Amadeo Rossi G502644 Rifle: Identification & History

QuestionHey, I live in Alabama and have this rifle that I need to know info on.  It is a Amadeo Rossi pump rifle model G502644 on the barrel.  It

Re-Bluing a S&W Model 5904 Slide: A Beginner's Guide

QuestionIve got a S&W model 5904 that I was thinking of re-bluing.  Its just the slide that shows a lot of wear on the finish, the rest of it looks fi

The Physics of Firearms: Understanding How Guns Work

QuestionI would like to know what basic concepts of physics applied to how a gun works AnswerGuns are really very simple. But I need you to be more specif

JC Higgins 16ga Bolt Action Shotgun Recall Information

QuestionI found a JC Higgins 16 gauge bolt action shotgun 583-18 and was wondering if you could tell me where I could find information about the recall. A

Hawes Cap & Ball Pistol Information - Serial # 10742

Question I would like any info you could give me on a cap and ball pistol that I just purchased. Its a hawes, with(engaged16 may 18-6) cannot tell the one

Smith & Wesson Sigma SW9C: Reliability & Common Issues

QuestionHi, I抦 interested in buying a used Smith & Wesson Sigma SW9C. However, I抳e read some comments on the internet that the older model sigmas had a few

Smith & Wesson Sigma SW9C Reliability: Common Issues & Concerns

QuestionHi Sid, I抦 interested in buying a used Smith & Wesson Sigma SW9C. However, I抳e read some comments in internet forums that the older model sigmas ha